Only about 2% of runners will finish a marathon in less than 180 minutes (3 hours)

Six years ago, I couldn't even imagine running the distance (26.2 miles). But after working up to 3-4 mile jogs a few times a week, I set the incredible goal of running a half marathon.

After four months of intense training, well at that time (20-25 miles/wk), I ran the Houston half-marathon on January 16th, 2005. It was so grueling, I swore that was it. I'll never do another half, let alone a full.

Fortunately a running comrade pushed me to do a full marathon. Rededicated, I set a sub 4:00 hour goal for the full Houston marathon the following year. I trained harder than ever and crossed the finish in 3:59; I was hooked.

I've now run 21 marathons and this site is my journal to join that exclusive club of those who finish a marathon in under 180 minutes (3 hours).

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Thursday, September 18, 2008

Carbs 2

Last night ate 12 pieces of fruit, five tortillas, and two packages of sushi. Had big baked potato for lunch and five chocalate bars this afternoon.


Today, Will do easy five mile recovery tonight and see how my 21 miler goes Friday afternoon.


Hoping to keep weight down, but have to carb up. If I make it through this week, I should be OK as only two more weeks of serious training follow.
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